An ecommerce site specializing in motorized scooters is being sold due to the current owner's relocation overseas for a full-time job. The business operates on the BigCommerce platform and was acquired in May 2016. Since then, the product offerings have been streamlined and the website has undergone a redesign, resulting in superior search engine rankings that significantly boost sales with minimal marketing. The sale includes social media accounts on platforms like Facebook and YouTube, though they are underutilized, as well as a customer email list of approximately 1,000 people.
The business requires about 10 hours of management per week and utilizes a virtual call center for handling customer inquiries. It is a dropshipping business with no physical inventory, relying solely on a long-term supplier with whom it holds volume pricing agreements. Payment to suppliers is typically made via electronic transfer on a per-order basis.
Training and support will be provided to the buyer for the initial months post-sale. The site is monetized through e-commerce, deriving revenue mainly from organic search traffic, with some past experimentation with social media and pay-per-click advertising. Despite its success, the owner's impending move necessitates selling the site. Future growth opportunities include expanding the product lineup and increasing fleet sales, with no geographical constraints for potential buyers. The business does not store physical inventory and operates efficiently through its relationship with a dedicated manufacturer representative. The owner is willing to sign a non-compete agreement and offer post-sale support to ensure a smooth transition.
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